Dr. Alberto Ortiz's medical specialty is ophthalmology (eye disease). He studied medicine at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. He has a special interest in anterior segment diseases. Dr. Ortiz accepts Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, in addition to other insurance carriers. He is conversant in Spanish.

Dr. Lee Friedman is a medical specialist in ophthalmology (eye disease). He has a special interest in eye problems. Dr. Friedman honors Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, in addition to other insurance carriers. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. His training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Florida (USF). He speaks Spanish. Dr. Friedman is affiliated with Bethesda Health.

Dr. Jay Wallshein is an ophthalmologist in Atlantis, FL and Lake Worth, FL. Dr. Wallshein's education and training includes medical school at Boston University School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with SUNY Downstate Medical Center. He has indicated that his clinical interests include glaucoma and cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation. Patient ratings for Dr. Wallshein average 4.5 stars out of 5. Dr. Wallshein takes Vytra, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Wallshein (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Hebrew, Spanish, and French. He is professionally affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE).

Dr. Gianmarco Paris' specialty is ophthalmology (eye disease). Dr. Paris has a special interest in glaucoma. He takes Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and more. After completing medical school at Central University of Venezuela Faculty of Medicine, he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

Dr. Elizabeth Oteiza's area of specialization is ophthalmology (eye disease). She is especially interested in comprehensive ophthalmology and retina problems (vitreoretinal diseases). She accepts Blue Cross/Blue Shield, BlueOptions, and Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, in addition to other insurance carriers. Before completing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Florida (USF), Dr. Oteiza attended medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine.

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What are Eye Problems?

Almost every moment that we are awake, we rely on our eyes to navigate and interact with the world around us. But we rarely give our eyes much thought. The truth is, the eyes are amazing, complex and delicate organs. Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of your eye doesn’t let you focus very precisely. You might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, we rely heavily on our eyes to communicate, work, and get around every day. It’s important to have regular eye exams to make sure your vision stays in good shape for years to come.